# Scratch Tutorial vs kidOYO Mini

The clearest difference is review sentiment: kidOYO Mini at 100% against Scratch Tutorial's 35%. kidOYO Mini also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.2). Scratch Tutorial's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 26 months) and ratings volume (4.6K vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scratch Tutorial sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and kidOYO Mini sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

kidOYO Mini holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scratch Tutorial has 4.6K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Scratch Tutorial's written reviews are positive against 100% of kidOYO Mini's.

Scratch Tutorial ships an update every 4 weeks, kidOYO Mini every 26 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scratch Tutorial | kidOYO Mini |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (4.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratch-tutorial-coding-game/id1545734217/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidoyo-mini-coding-for-kids/id1590402466/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.6K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 34.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 weeks** | Every 26 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 254 MB | 154 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [海涛 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/770384919) | [kidOYO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1561619727) |

## What reviewers say

### Scratch Tutorial

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scratch-tutorial-coding-game/id1545734217)

This app offers an innovative, step-by-step programming course designed for children aged 4-14. It uses engaging content to foster a love for coding and allows kids to create their own games while learning fundamental programming concepts.

**Highlights:** Step-by-step programming guidance, Interactive learning system, Create own programming games, Courses designed by experts, Gradual concept mastery

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scratch lessons | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful tutorials
- 🤗 Good for learning to code
- 😊 Fun and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paywall for advanced content
- 🤔 Outdated or incompatible blocks
- 😕 Repetitive and restrictive
- 🙄 Poor graphics and UI

**Reported bugs**

- Lessons get stuck or freeze
- Inability to edit or correct mistakes

**Requested features**

- Allow more free-form coding
- Improve compatibility with latest Scratch version
- Add more game-making options


### kidOYO Mini

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidoyo-mini-coding-for-kids/id1590402466)

This app introduces young children to computational thinking and computer science concepts. It's designed to foster self-directed learning in areas like coding and engineering, starting from early childhood education and progressing to advanced levels.

**Highlights:** Computational literacy methods, Computer science education, Engineering concepts, Coding fundamentals, Self-directed learning, Classroom tested

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Color Grid | $1.99 | one-time |
| Directionals 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Fill in the Blank | $1.99 | one-time |
| Repeat Loops 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Math Blocks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Conditional Shapes 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| X-Axis - Fill in the Number | $1.99 | one-time |
| Y-Axis - Mark the Spot | $1.99 | one-time |
| Y-Axis - Fill in the Number | $1.99 | one-time |
| Rotating Turtles | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scratch Tutorial free?

Scratch Tutorial is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is kidOYO Mini free?

kidOYO Mini is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scratch Tutorial or kidOYO Mini?

kidOYO Mini is rated higher. Scratch Tutorial averages 4.2 out of 5 from 4.6K ratings, while kidOYO Mini averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Scratch Tutorial or kidOYO Mini have ads?

Neither Scratch Tutorial nor kidOYO Mini shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scratch Tutorial or kidOYO Mini?

Scratch Tutorial ships an update every 4 weeks, and kidOYO Mini every 26 months. Most recently, Scratch Tutorial was updated on October 13, 2026 and kidOYO Mini on September 27, 2026.

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